Howard University Flag Policy

Policy Number: 600-003 Student Life

Policy Title: Howard University Flag Policy

Responsible Officers: Vice President for Student Affairs and Chief Operating Officer (Delegated to Executive Director of Public Safety)

Responsible Offices: Office of Student Affairs and the Department of Public Safety

Effective Date: November 17, 2021

Next Review Date: November 17, 2024

Summary: Howard University publicly displays the United States flag and flags of institutional significance in accordance with United States Code and District of Columbia statutes. This Policy provides general guidance to the University community on the raising, lowering and displaying of these flags on the University’s campuses to assure compliance with federal and state laws and protocols.  This Policy defines and guides procedures for the display of "awareness flags" on campus.

Keywords: flag, awareness, students, student organizations